1. Utilization potential of steel slag for CO2 sequestration and as a filler aggregate in mortarsMojca Loncnar, Sara Tominc, Lea Žibret, Sabina Dolenec, Maruša Mrak, Vilma Ducman, 2026, izvirni znanstveni članek Povzetek: Steel slag is an abundant by-product of steelmaking and a promising candidate for CO2 sequestration due to its favorable chemical composition and mineralogy. In this study, the CO2 sequestration capacity of the processed steel slag Ekominit was analyzed. Ekominit is a mineral product obtained by processing a mixture of electric arc furnace (EAF) stainless steel slag and ladle slag, currently used only for simple engineering constructions. The study demonstrated a promising sequestration capacity of 127.4 g CO2 per kg of Ekominit, measured using direct semi-dry carbonation under ambient pressure at 40 ± 0.5 °C, 80 ± 3.2% relative humidity, and 20 ± 0.1 vol% CO2 for 5 days, which is within the typical range reported for carbonated steel slags (100–150 gCO2/ kgslag). Although Ekominit did not show sufficient potential as a supplementary cementitious material in mortar, the results confirmed that its incorporation as a filler—with or without carbonation treatment—enhances both the flowability and compressive strength of the mortar. This research emphasizes the dual-function potential of Ekominit: it captures CO2, contributing to the decarbonization of the steel sector, and enables its reuse in construction materials, even improving the performance of mortars when using such carbonated Ekominit as fillers. Through such industrial symbiosis, environmental impact is further reduced by substituting virgin raw materials with secondary products. Ključne besede: slag, carbonation, sequestration, aggregates Objavljeno v DiRROS: 06.03.2026; Ogledov: 252; Prenosov: 145
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2. Hydration of belite–ye’elimite–ferrite cement with addition of red mud and waste concreteMaruša Mrak, Nina Daneu, Sabina Dolenec, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Povzetek: The hydration kinetics, phase assemblage, microstructure and mechanical properties of belite–ye’elimite–ferrite (BYF) cement containing different secondary raw materials (red mud and waste concrete) and cured at 5, 20 or 608C were examined. Different secondary raw materials were found to lead to changes in cement hydration. The influence of these materials on the hydration processes of belite and ferrite became more noticeable at a curing temperature of 58C, but diminished with an increase in curing temperature. The BYF cement made with red mud exhibited accelerated hydration, particularly at 58C, due to higher contents of mayenite and alkali sulfate compared with cement with natural materials and waste concrete. Red mud inhibited early ettringite formation due to the presence of aphthitalite but promoted monosulfate through accelerated ye’elimite hydration. Ferrite hydration was delayed by red mud, as alkali sulfates promote belite reactivity and calcium silicate hydrate (C-S-H) formation over stra¨tlingite. Periclase increased siliceous hydrogarnet formation at higher temperatures, supporting delayed yet stable strength development. The curing temperature impacted the morphology of the C-S-H (transitioning from a fine fibrillar-like structure to a foil-like structure) and affected the chemical composition of hydrates, resulting in a lower incorporation of iron in hydrogarnet and C-S-H at higher temperatures. Increased curing temperatures promoted aluminium uptake in calcium aluminium silicate hydrate. Ključne besede: belite–ye'elimite–ferrite (BYF) cement, cement, cement paste, cementitious materials, hydrated cement, secondary raw materials, temperature Objavljeno v DiRROS: 28.01.2026; Ogledov: 390; Prenosov: 314
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3. Measuring chloride binding in cementitious materials : a review by RILEM TC 298‑EBDFabien Georget, Arezou Babaahmadi, Alisa Machner, Maruša Mrak, Sabina Dolenec, Qing Xiang Xiong, Joseph Shiju, Didier Snoeck, Prannoy Suraneni, William Wilson, 2025, pregledni znanstveni članek Povzetek: The phase assemblage evolution of binders with novel supplementary cementitious materials (SCMS) during exposure to adverse environments needs to be quantified to accelerate their adoption, and further optimize binder formulation. As such, the interaction between chloride and cementitious matrices with novel SCMs needs to be quantified. The goal of workgroup 2 of RILEM TC EBD-298 is to assess the methods used to quantify chloride binding. This state-of-the-art report reviews the standardized and novel methods to measure chloride binding through an average content (acid/water soluble) or a specific bound content per phase (XRD, TGA, SEM–EDS, …). Each method is presented with respect to our current understanding of chloride binding and speciation in cementitious materials. The discussion around the purpose, use and reporting of each method highlights the gaps limiting the comparison between studies, in particular the lack of standard protocol, and complementary characterization. This review is the groundwork for a “cookbook” of experimental workflows to investigate chloride binding in modern cementitious binders. Ključne besede: cement, chloride, supplementary cementitious materials, CSMs Objavljeno v DiRROS: 12.01.2026; Ogledov: 350; Prenosov: 190
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4. Dataset for the conference paper Mineral CO2 sequestration in industrial waste materials: a comparative study using FTIR, TGA and calcimetrySara Tominc, Majda Pavlin, Maruša Mrak, Vilma Ducman, Ognjen Lj. Rudić, Cyrill Grengg, 2025, zaključena znanstvena zbirka raziskovalnih podatkov Povzetek: The dataset supports the data presented in the tables and figures of the conference paper "Mineral CO2 sequestration in industrial waste materials: a comparative study using FTIR, TGA and calcimetry" (https://doi.org/10.18690/um.fkkt.1.2026.8). It includes masses before and after carbonation treatment, calcimetric measurements, XRF, TGA, FTIR and XRD analysis data, as well as calculations of CO2 uptake and CO2 sequestration capacity for the analysed samples. Objavljeno v DiRROS: 04.12.2025; Ogledov: 119; Prenosov: 54
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5. Test methods for chloride diffusivity of blended cement pastes : a review by RILEM TC 298-EBDNeven Ukrainczyk, Thomas Bernard, Arezou Babaahmadi, Liming Huang, Christoph Zausinger, Anthony Soive, Stéphanie Bonnet, Fabien Georget, Maruša Mrak, Sabina Dolenec, Tobias Völker, Prannoy Suraneni, William Wilson, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Povzetek: The use of supplementary cementitious materials (SCM) is an important part of the roadmap for reducing CO2 emissions and extending the service life of reinforced concrete structures. To accelerate the adoption of SCMs, the RILEM Technical Committee 298-EBD evaluates scaled-down cement paste test methods to assess the effect of SCM on resistance to chloride and sulfate ingress and reactivity, which are critical to concrete durability. This review focuses on methods for measuring chloride diffusivity and is divided into four sections: diffusivity models and parameters, diffusion test methods (including NMR and chloride measurements), migration test methods and implications for future research. Key insights highlight the complexities of multi-species ionic and molecular diffusion/migration, including various binding interactions, and compares the different measurement methodologies. The review also addresses the test scale and aggregate effects, noting the pros and cons of testing at the paste, mortar, and concrete scales. The review underscores the need for further investigation into testing protocols and the influence of SCM on chloride diffusion, emphasizing that comprehensive testing across different scales provides complementary information for assessing durability performance. Ključne besede: cements, chloride, SCMs Objavljeno v DiRROS: 17.11.2025; Ogledov: 449; Prenosov: 271
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7. Manual for use of Al-containing residues in low-carbon mineral bindersSabina Dolenec, Katja Malovrh Rebec, Anja Lešek, Katarina Šter, Lea Žibret, Gorazd Žibret, Klemen Teran, Emil Pučko, Ildikó Merta, Bojan Poletanovic, Elena Yaneva, Peter Kesserű, Ildikó Kovács, Bence Kószó, Alexandra Németh, Richard Laucournet, Mustafa Hadžalić, Emilija Fidanchevski, Biljana Angjusheva, Vojo Jovanov, Miloš Nenadović, Snežana B. Nenadović, Ivana Vukanac, Liljana Kraljević, Mojca Loncnar, Andrej Ipavec, 2020, slovar, enciklopedija, leksikon, priročnik, atlas, zemljevid Povzetek: Današnje družbe si ni več mogoče predstavljati brez sodobne infrastrukture, ki temelji na uporabi različnih materialov ter zahteva veliko porabo energije. Vzporedno s proizvodnjo materialov, nastajajo ogromne količine različnih industrijskih in rudarskih ostankov (odpadki/stranski proizvodi), ki jih trenutno ne izkoriščamo, sama odlagališča pa so premalo raziskana. Cilj Evropske unije (EU) je povečati učinkovito rabo virov in ponudbo sekundarnih surovin z recikliranjem, popisom odpadkov iz rudarskih in drugih industrijskih dejavnosti ter njihova ponovna uporaba. Veliko industrijskih in rudarskih odpadkov je obogatenih z aluminijem (Al), zato lahko nadomeščajo naravne vire Al v mineralnih veznih, vendar njihova uporaba zahteva obsežno poznavanje njihovih kemijskih, mineraloških, radioloških in fizikalnih lastnosti. Priročnik, ki so ga pripravili partnerji projekta RIS-ALiCE obravnava zakonodajne vidike, ki urejajo uporabo sekundarnih surovin v gradbenih proizvodih, opis najpogostejših industrijskih in rudarskih ostankov, ki vsebujejo Al (nahajališča boksitov, rdeče blato, jeklarske žlindre, pepeli iz različnih industrij, itd.), potencial njihove ponovne uporabe in njihov ekonomski vidik, potencialne zahteve/ovire za uporabo sekundarnih surovin v cementni industriji in opis belitno-sulfoaluminatnih cementov, ki so obetavna rešitev za izvajanje krožnega gospodarstva z uporabo velikih količin odloženih industrijskih in rudarskih odpadkov, bogatih z Al. Ključne besede: gradbeni proizvodi, ponovna uporaba, ekonomski vidik, industrija cementa, krožno gospodarstvo, industrijski odpadki, zakonodaja, elektronske knjige Objavljeno v DiRROS: 22.01.2024; Ogledov: 1528; Prenosov: 926
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8. Use of steel slag for the synthesis of belite-sulfoaluminate clinkerLea Žibret, Martina Cvetković, Maruša Mrak, Mojca Loncnar, Andrej Ipavec, Sabina Dolenec, 2020, objavljeni znanstveni prispevek na konferenci Povzetek: Belite-sulfoaluminate (BCSA) cements are low-carbon mineral binders, which require low energy consumption and allow the incorporation of various secondary raw materials in the clinker raw meal. In this study two types of unprocessed steel slags, coming from stainless steel production, were incorporated in the BCSA clinkers. The clinker phase composition, clinker reactivity, and the compressive strength of the cement were studied to evaluate the possible use of the slag in BCSA clinkers. The cement clinkers were synthesized by using natural raw materials, white titanogypsum, mill scale, as well as two different steel slags: (i) EAF S slag, which is a by-product of melting the recycled steel scrap in an electric arc furnace, and (ii) la dle slag as a by-product of the processes of secondary metallurgy, in various quantities. Raw mixtures with two different targeted phase compositions varying in belite, calcium sulfoaluminate and ferrite phases were sintered at 1250 °C. Clinker phases were determined by Rietveld quantitative phase analysis, while their distribution, morphology and incorporation of foreign ions in the phases were studied by SEM/EDS analysis. The clinker reactivity was determined by isothermal calorimetry. BCSA cements were prepared by adding titanogypsum. The compressive strength of the cement pastes was determined after 7 days of hydration. The presence of a predicted major clinker phases was confirmed by Rietveld analysis, however periclase was also detected. Microscopy revealed subhedral grains of belite and euhedral grains of calcium sulfoaluminate phases, while ferrite occurred as an interstitial phase. The results showed differences in the microstructure and reactivity of the clinker and cement, which can be attributed to varying amounts of ettringite due to different slag types Ključne besede: belite-sulfoaluminate cement, cement clinker, steel slags, clinker microstructure, cement reactivity Objavljeno v DiRROS: 19.01.2024; Ogledov: 2335; Prenosov: 843
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9. Effect of the cooling regime on the mineralogy and reactivity of belite-sulfoaluminate clinkersSabina Dolenec, Katarina Šter, Maruša Mrak, Klara Žagar, Andrej Ipavec, Lea Žibret, 2020, izvirni znanstveni članek Povzetek: This study investigated the influence of different cooling regimes on the microstructure and consequent reactivity of belite-sulfoaluminate clinkers. The cement clinkers were synthesized by incorporating secondary raw materials, such as titanogypsum and bottom ash, to the natural raw materials. Clinker phases were determined by Rietveld quantitative phase analysis, while the distribution morphology and the incorporation of substitute ions in the phases were characterized by scanning electron microscopy using energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (SEM/EDS). Clinker reactivity was studied using isothermal calorimetry and was additionally investigated through compressive strength, which was determined for the cement prepared from the synthesized clinkers. X-ray diffraction analysis showed that, as well as the three main phases (belite, calcium sulfoaluminate, and ferrite), the clinkers contained additional minor phases (mayenite, gehlenite, arkanite, periclase, and perovskite), the ratios of which varied according to the cooling regime utilized. Microscopic observations indicated that the cooling regime also influenced the crystal size and morphology of the main phases, which consequently affected clinker reactivity. Furthermore, a smaller amount of substitute elements was incorporated in the main phases when cooling was slowed. Results showed that, in comparison to clinkers cooled at slower rates, air quenched clinkers reacted faster and exhibited a higher compressive strength at 7 days. Ključne besede: clinkers, belite, calcium sulfoaluminate, cooling, microstructure, reactivity Objavljeno v DiRROS: 20.12.2023; Ogledov: 1427; Prenosov: 888
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10. Experimental study and thermodynamic modelling of the temperature effect on the hydration of belite-ye’elimite-ferrite cementsMaruša Mrak, Frank Winnefeld, Barbara Lothenbach, Andraž Legat, Sabina Dolenec, 2024, izvirni znanstveni članek Povzetek: This study focuses on the kinetics of hydration, phase assemblage, microstructure and mechanical properties after various hydration times of two different BCSA cements at 5, 20, 40 and 60 ◦C and compares experimental data with thermodynamic modelling. Different curing temperatures change the type of hydrates and their amounts. Ye’elimite and gypsum in belite-ye’elimite-ferrite cements are almost fully reacted after 24 h of hydration at 20, 40 and 60 ◦C, while not at 5 ◦C. The hydration of belite is slower than the one of ye’elimite, but reaches a high degree of hydration after 150 days which is increasing with temperature. Less ettringite is present at elevated temperatures due to its increasing solubility, while more monosulfate is observed. Furthermore, with increasing temperature siliceous hydrogarnet forms at the expenses of strätlingite as well as more C S H is found as more belite reacts resulting in higher compressive strength. Dense and homogenous microstructure is observed at 5 ◦C, while it is more heterogeneous at higher temperatures. The presence of more ye’elimite resulted in higher ettringite and str¨atlingite formation and a higher compressive strength, while more belite yields more C S H in the hydrates and lower compressive strength. Ključne besede: belite-ye’elimite-ferrite cement, temperature, hydration, thermodynamic modelling Objavljeno v DiRROS: 11.12.2023; Ogledov: 1524; Prenosov: 1264
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